Cochran Middle School Paving and Underground Utilities Project

The Project will replace approximately 100,000 square feet of existing paving in the main playground and around the Shop Building that has exceeded its useful life with new paving. The scope of work also includes solar reflective coating for playground areas and installation of a new reading garden with decomposed granite; trees; seating; landscaping; and irrigation. The Project will also provide infrastructure upgrades including replacement of underground utilities including storm drain, sewer line, and domestic water lines; associated drainage improvements; sidewalk repair; and accessibility upgrades (Figure 1). The Los Angeles Unified School District Board of Education approved the Project's budget of $7,754,153 on June 4, 2024. The Project will be implemented per all applicable State, federal, and local regulations, as well as all District Standards and Specifications; such as those provided in the updated Standard Conditions of Approval for District Construction, Upgrade, and Improvements Projects (SCs) as adopted by the Board of Education in December 2023. LAUSD’s SCs, design guidelines, and best management practices are designed to be incorporated into the Project design in order to avoid or limit potential adverse impacts associated with the District’s projects. The beneficiaries of the Project include Cochran MS students, faculty, staff, families, school supporters, and the community at large who may request access to the playground pursuant to the Civic Center Act (CA Ed. Code Sections 38130 -38139).